"The fact that, below a certain size, it is increasingly difficult to sell at a price that covers expenses is true for almost all fruits, but even more so for persimmons," explains Mirco Zoffoli, sales representative for Domenico Laghi in Forlì.
"Even more than in the past, this year grades smaller than 24 have had little or no market. Customers are looking for 24-26 when it comes to standard produce, and above 26 for top quality produce. And I believe that this trend will become more and more pronounced in the future. So cultivation must also go in this direction, taking all the necessary agronomic measures."
Sales of Tipo, as well as those of firm-fleshed Rojo, have been fluctuating. "Abroad, we did a lot of work with French operators this year, while we remained stable in Switzerland. In general, interest in Rojo is growing steadily both in Italy and abroad. As far as packaging is concerned, we are able to provide what the customer requires: in general, Tipo are protected in trays with a lid, so that consumers can take them home without damaging them."
One problem in the 2024 year is waste: "Unfortunately, the weather caused problems in Emilia Romagna, with torrential rain hitting at harvest time. Farmers were not always able to get into the fields in good time to combat the spread of the fruit fly. Beyond the remuneration per kg, the gross saleable production of each individual farm is determined by the percentage of the chosen product that it managed to deliver, net of waste."
"Therefore, we increasingly recommend that companies treat persimmon cultivation like any other, planning fertilization, irrigation, and treatments precisely, and leaving nothing to chance."
For more information:
Domenico Laghi Sas
Jenny Ghiddi
Via Cà Mattioli, 2
47122 Forlì (FC) - Italy
+39 0543 722349
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